Checking or savings account -- Problem with a lender or other company charging your account -- Complaint #4974218
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4974218
Company: Fifth Third Financial Corporation
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Problem with a lender or other company charging your account
Sub-Issue: Money was taken from your account on the wrong day or for the wrong amount
State: Florida
ZIP Code: 32168
Date Received: 2021-12-04T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-12-04T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
On XX/XX/2021, a fraudulent check was deposited through the mobile XXXX app. The amount was on {$2500.00}, and my signature was forged. On XX/XX/XXXX, I noticed two XXXX transactions, sent from my phone number, amounting to {$2000.00}, which I reported almost immediately. I asked Fifth Third to stop my account, dispute the charges, and figure out the issue. The two XXXX payments were completed, and when the noticed fraud check was returned, it left my account at a negative balance of over {$1600.00}. After almost two months of constant investigation, my plea was denied, due to the fact that a " one time pin code '' was sent to my phone, warning two XXXX payments were going out to an unknown email. I was part of a data breach at XXXX XXXX and XXXX, in XX/XX/2021, which may have resulted in my phone number and personal information being hacked. Realizing this, I sent all proof of documents through their email, which proves that my phone may have been hacked and my information has been definitely exposed. I bought a new phone, changed my passwords, and await for an answer, and have also filed a police report in the location the one-time pin code was sent. I am a college student, have scholarship funds I placed in my checking account for school ( which were stolen ), and have been a loyal customer. I just want my stolen money back, and make the situation go back to its normal self. I am now limited to paying school fees due to the fact that money was taken out unwillingly, and Fifth Third is not resolving the issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4974218 about?
Complaint #4974218 was filed against Fifth Third Financial Corporation regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Problem with a lender or other company charging your account. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-12-04T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Fifth Third Financial Corporation respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Checking or savings account) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Fifth Third Financial Corporation?
Yes, visit the Fifth Third Financial Corporation company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/fifth-third-financial-corporation to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.